Life Transitions Therapy
Process your path forward when you’re feeling overwhelmed by a major life change.
Life transitions aren't always planned, desired, or easy
Beginnings, endings, questions about what you “should” do next. Whether we actively choose them or they’re forced upon us, adjusting to change can feel destabilizing and anxiety-inducing. If your life has recently shifted, or is about to, you’re not alone if the change has you feeling unsettled or unsure of what comes next.
Therapy for life transitions helps you come to terms with new or changing circumstances
We’ll work on processing your feelings of overwhelm, hopelessness, or powerlessness. Over time, you’ll work on regaining a sense of control and direction.
If you want the change but you’re feeling stuck, therapy can provide an outlet for you to explore your aspirations. We’ll work on gaining clarity on what you really want, and develop strategies to help you overcome the fears that hold you back. It can also help you develop practical strategies for proceeding with confidence.
Examples of life transitions
Difficult life transitions can include:
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The loss of a loved one
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The end of a relationship
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Career or employment changes
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Becoming a parent or adjusting to parenthood
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Relocation or change of residence
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Adjusting to illness or injury
Sometimes life transitions can also bring on a sense of feeling stuck. This can show up as:
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Realizing that your current path is different from what you’d envisioned
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Changes in your priorities that leave your life direction feeling misaligned
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Uncertainty about what you want out of your career, relationships, or future
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Knowing where you’d like to be but holding yourself bach
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Feeling overwhelmed by the thought of taking action or making a change
My approach to supporting life transitions
My approach to supporting clients through life transitions involves providing support throughout the transition and introducing tools to help you adopt a healthy mindset and frame the change in a way that feels honest and hopeful. We also focus on highlighting strength and resilience, even at times when you may be feeling your most vulnerable.
If you’re ready for a new chapter but you’re unsure how to begin, my aim is to help you figure out what adds fulfillment and a sense of direction to your life. We begin setting tangible goals, identifying key obstacles and challenges, and creating an action plan that you can feel confident in.